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Students in Professor Mike Stanko's MBA 560 class pitch solutions to real-world challenges in “live case studies.” 

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Our Spring 2025 digital issue is packed with stories about innovation, engagement and impact across Poole College. Check it out.

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Poole Pack Profiles: Get to Know Eileen Taylor

The accounting professor brings “aha moments” to her classroom and joy to people off campus.

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Bill Rand Appointed New Goodnight Executive Director of Institute for Advanced Analytics

Rand will be appointed Goodnight Executive Director of the IAA, effective July 1.

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Leaders in Business Analytics, AI and Entrepreneurship

U.S. News & World Report ranks our undergraduate and graduate business analytics programs among the top 10 nationwide, and Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine rank our entrepreneurship programs No. 4 in the Southeast.

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Poole Thought Leadership

As a business school at a Research I and land-grant university, our goal is to put applied research in people’s hands — and use what we know for the good of all. Get the latest trends and predictions stemming from our research and teaching.

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Through our active integration of research, innovation and education, the Poole College of Management drives excellence – in our classrooms and in business and industry. Our emphasis on experiential learning, corporate partnerships, international and honors programs, and research opportunities are designed to enable you to make an immediate impact in the working world.

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Graduate Programs Overview

Undergraduate Programs

Choose to major in accounting, business administration or economics. We focus on providing students with high-impact experiences, including practicum projects and global programs, leading to preparing more career-ready graduates.

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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Pursue a high-value top-ranked MBA that fits your lifestyle––in person, online or by mixing the two. Our MBA is STEM-designated, accredited by AACSB and has a strong focus on business analytics, innovation and leadership.

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Master of Management, Risk and Analytics

Our new market-driven online flexible program equips students to proactively identify emerging risks and strategically position the organization for success.

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Master of Management, Marketing Analytics

This fully online program will prepare you for trending job openings – marketing analysts, market research analysts, business analysts and more.

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Master of Accounting (MAC)

With a 100% employment rate, our AACSB-accredited on-campus and online programs are designed to prepare you for both the CPA exam and a lifetime career success in accounting. Open to non-accounting majors.

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Economics Graduate Program

Partnering with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, we offer the PhD degree as well as two master’s degree options in economics.

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Graduate Certificates

Featuring a selective mix of courses, a certificate program is an outstanding way to differentiate yourself in your field. 

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Executive Education

We teach professionals to lead, drive innovation and leverage analytics via open programs, online offerings and custom-designed solutions.

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Global Programs

Prepare to thrive in today’s highly interconnected marketplace by participating in our global learning opportunities.

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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

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Marketing, Sales and Success: One Poole Student’s High-Impact Journey

Jayden Ford is excelling in marketing and sales through leadership roles at NC State.

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No. 3
Online Master of Accounting Program

Our career-focused online MAC program is taught by senior accounting faculty who bring real-world expertise and mentor students (University HQ, 2024).

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No. 4
Online MBA for Employability Globally

The NC State Online MBA, recognized for its excellence in employability, is ranked No. 18 overall and No. 4 in employability (QS World University Rankings, 2024).

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Meet Asa Humphries, a #PoolePack rising senior studying accounting and business administration with a concentration in finance. 🐺🐾

Asa is from 📍Waxhaw, North Carolina. ✨

Asa is involved as the President of QBSA, PSAB, and P.U.S.H. Advocates.

This summer Asa is interning at Cisco as a Leaders in Finance and Tech (LIFT) Financial Analyst intern. 💼

#NCStatePoole

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Meet Asa Humphries, a #PoolePack rising senior studying accounting and business administration with a concentration in finance. 🐺🐾 Asa is from 📍Waxhaw, North Carolina. ✨ Asa is involved as the President of QBSA, PSAB, and P.U.S.H. Advocates. This summer Asa is interning at Cisco as a Leaders in Finance and Tech (LIFT) Financial Analyst intern. 💼 #NCStatePoole

Meet Caitlyn Muniz, a #PoolePack sophomore studying business administration with a concentration in marketing and a minor in Spanish and horticultural science! 🐺🐾

Caitlyn is from 📍Rosman, NC. ✨

Caitlyn is a Media Consultant with the Student Media Business Office, VP of Community Relations for @ncstateama, member of Sales Club and a literary volunteer for Windhover! 👏

This summer Caitlyn is serving as a communications and social media intern at the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce! 💼📲

#TakeoverTuesday #NCStatePoole ❤️

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Meet Caitlyn Muniz, a #PoolePack sophomore studying business administration with a concentration in marketing and a minor in Spanish and horticultural science! 🐺🐾 Caitlyn is from 📍Rosman, NC. ✨ Caitlyn is a Media Consultant with the Student Media Business Office, VP of Community Relations for @ncstateama, member of Sales Club and a literary volunteer for Windhover! 👏 This summer Caitlyn is serving as a communications and social media intern at the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce! 💼📲 #TakeoverTuesday #NCStatePoole ❤️

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#NCStateOnCampus #PoolePack

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Our favorite duo with the best Dean! 🐺🐾❤️

#PoolePack #NCStatePoole

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Our favorite duo with the best Dean! 🐺🐾❤️ #PoolePack #NCStatePoole

Meet Holden Crane, a #PoolePack senior studying business administration with a concentration in entrepreneurship and a minor in economics! 🐺🐾

He is from 📍Cherryville, NC! ✨

He is a customer service intern at ACTEGA! 🌐

He is also a part of the Business HIRE (High-Impact Rural Experiences) program!

#NCStatePoole #TakeoverTuesday

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Meet Holden Crane, a #PoolePack senior studying business administration with a concentration in entrepreneurship and a minor in economics! 🐺🐾 He is from 📍Cherryville, NC! ✨ He is a customer service intern at ACTEGA! 🌐 He is also a part of the Business HIRE (High-Impact Rural Experiences) program! #NCStatePoole #TakeoverTuesday

Already counting down the days. ❤️✨

See you in August, #PoolePack. 🐺🐾

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Already counting down the days. ❤️✨ See you in August, #PoolePack. 🐺🐾 #NCStatePoole

From their first walk through Nelson Hall to their finals one across the graduation stage — our #PoolePack grads have grown into leaders, thinkers and change-makers. 🎓❤️🐺🐾

#NCState25 #NCStatePoole ✨

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From their first walk through Nelson Hall to their finals one across the graduation stage — our #PoolePack grads have grown into leaders, thinkers and change-makers. 🎓❤️🐺🐾 #NCState25 #NCStatePoole ✨

No words, this sound says it all. 🥹❤️🎓

#NCState25 #PoolePack

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No words, this sound says it all. 🥹❤️🎓 #NCState25 #PoolePack

From the Halls of Nelson to the Graduation Stage: Meet Poole’s Student Commencement Speaker Landon Hong 🎤✨

“The main message is that it takes being uncomfortable in order to grow and accomplish extraordinary things,” Hong said. “So I wanted to literally practice what I’m preaching. This is a way for me to do that — and also give a meaningful gift to my grandparents, who will be in the audience.”

Hong’s speech preparation has involved deep reflection on the values that have shaped his college experience. Throughout his time at Poole, he found inspiration from those closest to him, starting with his parents. ❤️

Landon will deliver remarks to his fellow graduates at Poole`s ceremony on Saturday, May 3. 🎓

#NCState25 #NCStatePoole #PoolePack

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From the Halls of Nelson to the Graduation Stage: Meet Poole’s Student Commencement Speaker Landon Hong 🎤✨ “The main message is that it takes being uncomfortable in order to grow and accomplish extraordinary things,” Hong said. “So I wanted to literally practice what I’m preaching. This is a way for me to do that — and also give a meaningful gift to my grandparents, who will be in the audience.” Hong’s speech preparation has involved deep reflection on the values that have shaped his college experience. Throughout his time at Poole, he found inspiration from those closest to him, starting with his parents. ❤️ Landon will deliver remarks to his fellow graduates at Poole's ceremony on Saturday, May 3. 🎓 #NCState25 #NCStatePoole #PoolePack

We caught up with some of our #PoolePack students to learn more about why they ❤️ the marketing concentration at Poole College. 🐺🐾✨

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We caught up with some of our #PoolePack students to learn more about why they ❤️ the marketing concentration at Poole College. 🐺🐾✨ #NCStatePoole

Meet Lindsay Strickland, a #PoolePack senior studying business administration with a concentration in marketing. She is minoring in rhetoric, writing, and professional communications! 🐺🐾✨

Lindsay is from 📍Winston-Salem, NC.

Involvement: ⬇️
• Social Media Chair/Member of Women in Business
• Secretary/Member of Beta Gamma Sigma
• Member of CRU
• Fan Experience and Marketing Intern with NC State Athletics

#TakeoverTuesday #NCStatePoole ❤️

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Meet Lindsay Strickland, a #PoolePack senior studying business administration with a concentration in marketing. She is minoring in rhetoric, writing, and professional communications! 🐺🐾✨ Lindsay is from 📍Winston-Salem, NC. Involvement: ⬇️ • Social Media Chair/Member of Women in Business • Secretary/Member of Beta Gamma Sigma • Member of CRU • Fan Experience and Marketing Intern with NC State Athletics #TakeoverTuesday #NCStatePoole ❤️

Our #PoolePack students answer questions about the finance concentration at Poole College. 🐺🐾✨

#FinanceFriday ❤️

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Our #PoolePack students answer questions about the finance concentration at Poole College. 🐺🐾✨ #FinanceFriday ❤️

Azalea season 🌸😍🐺🐾

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Azalea season 🌸😍🐺🐾 #NCStatePoole

Career Signing Day 2025 🎈🐺🐾🍿🎟️

We had a blast celebrating the new jobs and internships our #PoolePack students secured this year. 👏💼🎉

#PooleHighImpact

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Career Signing Day 2025 🎈🐺🐾🍿🎟️ We had a blast celebrating the new jobs and internships our #PoolePack students secured this year. 👏💼🎉 #PooleHighImpact

Meet Jayden Ford, a #PoolePack business administration major with a concentration in marketing and a minor in psychology. 🐺🐾

Jayden is from 📍Pinehurst, NC. ✨

Extracurriculars: ⬇️
• President & Co-Founder, Sales Club at NC State
• VP of Communications, @ncstateama
• Chief Marketing Officer, Pack Global Case Club
• Undergraduate Research Assistant, SensUS Student Competition (competition in Eindhoven, Netherlands, August 2025)

#TakeoverTuesday #NCStatePoole ❤️

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Meet Jayden Ford, a #PoolePack business administration major with a concentration in marketing and a minor in psychology. 🐺🐾 Jayden is from 📍Pinehurst, NC. ✨ Extracurriculars: ⬇️ • President & Co-Founder, Sales Club at NC State • VP of Communications, @ncstateama • Chief Marketing Officer, Pack Global Case Club • Undergraduate Research Assistant, SensUS Student Competition (competition in Eindhoven, Netherlands, August 2025) #TakeoverTuesday #NCStatePoole ❤️

Meet Pranali Patel, a #PoolePack business administration sophomore with a concentration in finance. 🐺🐾

Pranali is from 📍Apex, NC. ✨

“I chose Poole because of the strong education and community! There are so many concentrations to choose from, which allows me to focus my education on what really interests me. The focus on involvement and high impact experiences within the college also drew me in to the incredible community at Poole. Go Pack!” ❤️

#WhyPooleWednesday #NCStatePoole

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Meet Pranali Patel, a #PoolePack business administration sophomore with a concentration in finance. 🐺🐾 Pranali is from 📍Apex, NC. ✨ “I chose Poole because of the strong education and community! There are so many concentrations to choose from, which allows me to focus my education on what really interests me. The focus on involvement and high impact experiences within the college also drew me in to the incredible community at Poole. Go Pack!” ❤️ #WhyPooleWednesday #NCStatePoole

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